Why South Africa must build to grow

Economies that have invested heavily in infrastructure have experienced far stronger growth rates than those that haven’t

PODCAST: There is rising optimism in South Africa’s agriculture

Good rainfall and improved port efficiency have boosted prospects, as has better control of animal diseases

Devil’s Peak, Table Mountain or Lion’s Head?

The growth trajectory of the debt-to-GDP ratio resembles a steep mountain slope, but the government’s commitment to a primary budget surplus provides some hope ...

THE FINANCE GHOST: Many classics, too few rock stars

A variety of factors — not least our woeful economy — combine to ensure that though the JSE has plenty of dour, dutiful  workhorses, the exciting Sea Cottages ...

Reits back on the divvy track

After a volatile few years of dwindling dividends, property stocks appear set for more predictable and sustainable income growth

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MARC HASENFUSS: Bad Tyme for ARC’s shareholders as delisting sparks concerns

Will minority shareholders miss out on Tyme Bank’s potential growth due to ARC’s delisting plan?

BACKSTORY: Alpheus Mangale of Seacom

The FM chats to Alpheus Mangale, group CEO at Seacom

Cooking up mystery and magic

From best-selling books to a hit TV series, Sally Andrew’s beloved mystery stories celebrate Karoo cuisine, kindness and small-town life

Kimberley cricket capers

CSA attempts to dig a Northern Cape Cricket union out of a big hole

Risks abound as South Africa wades into murky waters

The tabling of a politically unsupported budget has forced the country into uncharted, dangerous territory. It faces a critical moment — ripe with huge ...

Giles Heeger on managing other people’s money

The new Stanlib South Africa CEO believes the key to success lies in building great teams and driving performance

A good week for André de Ruyter

Former Eskom CEO cleared of accusations brought by dismissed employee

Cut-price space travel

The mission to rescue stranded astronauts reveals rocket rivalry

Key players make strategic market moves

Directors and investors adjust their stakes in response to market trends

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MPs call on authorities to save Ithala Bank

Linda Ensor

The KZN bank is under threat of provisional liquidation by the Prudential Authority

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No clear path to pass the budget yet

Hajra Omarjee

Opposition parties stalling on their support, demanding that the ANC rethinks Godongwana’s VAT increase

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Metrofile shares rocket on takeover bid

Company says it has constituted an independent board to consider the bid by an unnamed suitor

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Ekapa Minerals cleared of R30m debt as top court deems rates ‘unlawful’

The Constitutional Court has set aside a ruling by the high court, ending a nine-year legal battle

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EDITORIAL: A defining moment for Absa as Kenny Fihla takes the helm as CEO

Absa secures top banking talent in Fihla, a key move for the bank and shareholders, while Standard Bank faces leadership transition

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SANISHA PACKIRISAMY: While the ice melts, South Africa’s taps are running dry

Ageing infrastructure and lack of investment in new water projects compound the country’s water challenges

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NATASHA MARRIAN: Rapidly rising star is prepared to speak up

Thoughtful Zuko Godlimpi is a young ANC leader to watch — and he pulls no punches on failures in leadership, service delivery and the economy

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